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Maggie Smith: the magisterial star of Harry Potter and Downton had the courage and talent to do absolutely everything

The real-life dame and on-screen dowager countess, who has died aged 89, earned fame in her 70s and 80s for blockbuster roles. But her early work at the National Theatre marked her out as a talent for the ages

The Guardian - UK

Maggie Smith tributes: JK Rowling, Harry Potter and Downton Abbey co-stars pay respect to acting legend

JK Rowling says she thought the Oscar-winner would ‘live forever’, while ‘Downton Abbey’ co-star Hugh Bonneville cals her a ‘true legend’

The Independent UK

Dame Maggie Smith: Legendary Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Harry Potter actress dies aged 89

Two-times Oscar winner passes away at a hospital in London

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Oscar-winning Harry Potter and Downton Abbey actor Maggie Smith dies aged 89

MAGGIE Smith, who was known for her roles in Downton Abbey and Harry Potter, has died at the age of 89

The National (Scotland)

Dame Maggie Smith: Oscar-winning Harry Potter and Downton Abbey star dies, aged 89

Giant of stage and screen was one of Britain’s most successul stars

The Independent UK

Oscar-winning British actress Maggie Smith has died at 89

British actress Maggie Smith has died at the age of 89, her publicist and family said on Friday. The two-time Oscar-winner won over a new generation of fans in recent years by starring in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey.

France 24

Maggie Smith, Oscar-winning star of stage and screen, dies aged 89

In a career that began in the 1950s, her roles ranged from Desdemona to Miss Jean Brodie, Virginia Woolf and Minerva McGonagall

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Harry Potter star's son rules himself out of reprising father's iconic role

Acclaimed actor Jared Harris spoke candidly about the new Harry Potter TV adaptation

Evening Standard

Sex Education star cast in Harry Potter-inspired one man play

The production will be Asa Butterfield’s first ever theatre role

The Independent UK

Son of late Dumbledore actor Richard Harris responds to upcoming Harry Potter reboot: "The films were fantastic. Leave them alone."

Jared Harris doesn't seem to approve of the show

Total Film

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From feminist trailblazers to relatable icons, these are our favourite fictional women

Whether it's Jane Austen's early trailblazers or modern heroines, these women prove why girls really do run the world

Woman & Home

Inside M&M’s World: Gaudy, soulless – but bewilderingly popular

It’s the world’s largest candy store, where tens of thousands flock every week to take Instagram pictures and spend a fortune on colourful sweets, but... why, asks Roisin Lanigan

The Independent UK

JK Rowling blasts Harry Potter tour as 'nonsense' and vows to create her own

The outspoken author has accused the Pottor tour in Edinburgh of sharing false information

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The Independent UK

Jared Harris says ‘no’ to playing father’s role in new Harry Potter reboot

Exclusive: ‘Foundation’ star questioned decision to adapt JK Rowling’s books into a TV series

Marie Claire

Actors Who Are Nothing Like Their Most Iconic Characters

Talk about awards-worthy, transformative performances.

Evening Standard

Best children's stocking fillers for Christmas 2024, from Roblox to LOL Surprise

Create a curated Santa Sack for those on the good list this year

The Independent UK

Crackdown on traditional carriages threatens ‘Hogwarts Express’ trains

After nearly 30 years of being exempt form door safety regulations, West Coast has acquired a new fleet to sustain itself following a rule crackdown

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Marie Claire

This iconic Harry Potter actress has been cast in Bridgerton season 4

We love this universe crossover

The Independent UK

Gary Oldman suggests that ‘in a few years’ he could play another Harry Potter character in new TV series

Oldman previously played Sirius Black in four Harry Potter movies

GamesRadar

18 years later, No Man's Sky dev reveals prototype footage of the first Harry Potter open-world game - and explains its unlikely link to an iconic FPS

Harry Potter and Quake share a surprising lineage

The Independent UK

James McAvoy reveals he was nearly cast as major Harry Potter villain

McAvoy said he was offered ‘a ton of money’ for the role

Windows Central

Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions improves the wizarding sport's weird rules but still feels badly imbalanced

Unbroken Studios reduced how many points Seekers earn by catching the Snitch, but other aspects of Quidditch gameplay need serious fine-tuning. Our review.

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Prince Harry Expresses Gratitude For Children Ahead Of 40Th Birthday

Prince Harry expresses gratitude for his children as he turns 40, plans birthday celebration amidst strained relationships with royal family.

Evening Standard

Upcoming HBO Harry Potter series launches casting call for young actors

Budding actors in the UK and Ireland can apply for the roles of Harry, Hermione and Ron

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